What would it take to see some drought improvement? Here's a look at current rainfall deficits (Atlanta, Macon, Athens, and Columbus) and what it would take to bring us back to normal over 1, 3, or 6 months. Based on climatology, we will need some significant rain. #gawx https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2040576368392442220

Scattered storms will develop around the area this afternoon, and a few may be strong with gusty winds. Later in the evening, a line of strong to severe storms moves into NW GA with a damaging wind risk, which will lower overnight as it pushes across the rest of the area #gawx https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2040366373113561291

Severe Thunderstorm Warning continues for Helena GA and Chauncey GA until 7:15 PM EDT https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2040202522359480589

Severe Thunderstorm Warning including McRae GA, Helena GA and Chauncey GA until 7:15 PM EDT https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2040199119348654310

We’ve officially entered record-breaking territory. The rainfall for the Sep 1–Apr 1 period has now set all-time records at Macon & Columbus, and the lowest in over 100+ years at Atlanta. The trend remains concerning as we enter the warmer spring months. #gawx #DroughtMonitor https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2040111879339552840

Showers and storms are expected Saturday and Sunday as a cold front moves southward through Georgia. Rainfall amounts will range from 1-1.5" to the north of I-85, with lesser amounts to the south. A few strong storms may be possible, but widespread severe weather is not expected. https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2040081009425670272

High pressure will keep conditions warm, with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s across the area through Saturday. A frontal system arriving Sunday will bring temperatures back down closer to seasonal averages into next week. #gawx https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2039846845543796953

For those on the road this morning, take extra care as patchy dense fog is likely this morning. Especially in areas that received rainfall yesterday. Allow for extra time and drive lowly. #gawx https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2039647781338628453

It's a bird...It's a plane...It's the Artemis II crew on their way to the moon! #ArtemisII https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2039475166267215918

Severe Thunderstorm Warning continues for Monticello GA until 5:00 PM EDT https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/2039445079874539918